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Office of Student Financial Aid

Undergraduate Scholarships I-Z

NOTE: Be sure to check all scholarship categories that apply to you. For example, if you are a freshman minority student in the College of Business, look at the Minority Scholarship List, the Freshmen Scholarship List, the General Undergraduate List, and also go to the College of Business and see what scholarships they offer.

What YOU Should Know About Scholarships

Institute for Humane Studies at George Mason University
Paid Internships and scholarship opportunties for graduate and undergraduate students.

For more information and an application visit www.theihs.org/.

Deadlines: See application for Deadline
Contact: The Institute for Humane Studies at Geroge Mason University
3301 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 440
Arlington, VA 22201-4432
Phone: (703) 993-4880
Fax: (703) 993-4890

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Inter-Residence Hall Association Scholarship
The Inter-Residence Hall Association will be awarding 10-$750 scholarships to students that have shown outstanding leadership within the residence halls. Experience doesn’t necessarliy have to involve hall or house government. A minimum 2.5 Cumulative GPA is required to be considered.

For more information and an application visit http://irha.us/scholarship/.

Deadlines: Application and reference letter must be received by 5pm on March 28th
Contact: Paul Vidmar
IRHA Scholarship Selection Committee
A88A Friley Hall
Ames, IA 50012
Phone: (515) 294-2040
Email: irhassc@iastate.edu

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Iowa Ready Mixed Concrete Association Scholarship Program
Available to students seeking degrees in areas of study related to careers in ready mixed concrete and construction/engineering industries

For more information and an application visit www.iowareadymix.org.

Deadlines: Dec. 14th
Contact: Julie Harbert, Administrative/Fiscal Manager
Phone: (515) 963-0606
Fax: (515) 963-4010
Email: jharbert@iowaconcretepaving.org

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IPSCO Scholarship
IPSCO Inc. is offering two $1,500 scholarships to students planning to enroll for the upcoming academic year. Applicants must be majoring in business administration, computer science or engineering and demonstrate an interest in working in the steel industry following their college education. This scholarship is renewable for three additional years provided the student fulfills the scholarship requirements. Selection is based on academic merit and preference is given to freshman students demonstrating financial need; however, all undergraduates will be considered. Students must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1.

Applications are available for download in Adobe PDF format.

Deadlines: Application by March 1 (annually)
Offer of admission by March 1
Submit FAFSA prior to March 1 (annually)

Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid
0210 Beardshear Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011-2028

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ISU Community Service Scholarship
The selection committee will choose recipients based on community service performed in the City of Ames, or Story County, Iowa area while enrolled at ISU. Applicants must submit an essay describing the community service they have performed and how this service has influenced their life, as well as the affect on those individuals or parties they have served. One letter of reference is required, specifically attesting to the student's community service activities. Selection is based on financial need and students must file the FAFSA prior to March 1st to determine individual financial need.

Download an application in PDF format or visit 0410 Beardshear Hall for an application.

Deadlines: March 1(annually)
Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid
Room 0210 Beardshear Hall
Ames, IA 50011

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Journyx Scholarship Program
Applicants must submit an essay on time tracking for a chance to win the Journyx Excellence in Project Accounting Philosophy Scholarship. For more information please visit http://scholarship.journyx.com

Deadlines: June 1(annually)
Contact:
Email: scholarship@journyx.com
Phone: (800) 755-9878 or (512) 834-8888
Fax: (512) 834-8858

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Keister, Shaun B. and Walter J. Allen Scholarship
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated leadership and involvement in promoting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender student activities at Iowa State and in the promotion of a positive identity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students throughout the university community.

Applicant must be a sophomore, junior, or senior with a cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher or a graduate student with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 or higher. Must not be employed as a work-study student, graduate assistant, or intern with LGBTSS at time of application.

For more information an application, visit: www.dso.iastate.edu/lgbtss/opportunities/scholarships/

Deadline: See Website for Deadline
Contact: LGBT Student Services
1034 Student Services Bldg
Ames, IA 50011-2222
Phone: 515-292-4330
Email: lgbtss@iastate.edu

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Klindt, Dorothy Memorial Scholarship

Awards are offered to entering freshman at Iowa State University who are enrolled in the College of Agriculture or the College of Human Sciences. Applicants must live in Cedar, Clinton, Muscatine or Scott County, with first preference to female students from rural areas in Scott County. Selection is also based on academic achievement and demonstrated involvement in community, school, and work activities.

Applications are available for download in Adobe PDF format.

Deadline: Submit both Application and FAFSA by March 1st
Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid
Room 0210 Beardshear Hall
Ames, IA 50011

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Legacy of heroines scholarship
 The Legacy of Heroines scholarship provides scholarships to outstanding young women who seek involvement in and knowledge about the political process and public service. Scholarship awards are based on academic merit, leadership and specific criteria established by scholarship donors. For more information and an application, please visit www.las.iastate.edu/CattCenter/.

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Carrie Chapman Catt Center for Women and Politics
309 Carrie Chapman Catt Hall
Ames, IA 50011
Phone: 515-294-3181
E-mail: cattcntr@iastate.edu

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Legal Support professionals of polk county scholarship
LSPPC is offering a scholarship in the amount of $500 to one individual pursuing a career as a lawyer, legal secretary, or a paralegal. The applicant is a high school senior or either a part-time or full-time student in a school of advanced education, and have at least a "B" average or not less than 85%, if a percentile system is used.

For an application please use contact information below.

Deadlines: February 28 (annually)
Contact: Legal Support Professionals of Polk County
Sarah Hendricks, Scholarship Chair
457 E. Burnham Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50315

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Madison County Historical Society Scholarship
Students must be a resident of Madison County, Iowa, pursuing a major in history or a related field of study. It is hoped this award will encourage students to become interested in studies related to the management and operation of museums.

Deadlines: Feb 15th
Contact: Wendell Spencer, Manager
815 South 2nd Avenue
P.O. Box 15
Winterset, Iowa 50273
Phone: (515) 462-2134

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Marine Corps Scholarship Fund
You can qualify if you are:

  • The son or daughter of a Marine on Active Duty or in the Reserve
  • The son or daughter of a former Marine or Marine Reservist who has received an Honorable Discharge, Medical Discharge, or   who was killed while in the service of our Country.
  • The son or daughter of an active duty, reserve, or former US Navy Corpsman who is serving or has served, with the US Marine  Corps

And you are:

  • A senior in high school
  • A high school graduate
  • Currently enrolled as an undergraduate in an accredited college or university
  • Currently enrolled in a post high school accredited vocational/technical school
  • Your family income is $61,000 or less. (this limit increases if siblings also apply)

To view a list of scholarships available or to apply online, go to www.marine-scholars.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation
P.O. Box 3008
Princeton, NJ 08543-3008
E-mail: mcsf@marine-scholars.org

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McGregor Scholarship Program
This scholarship supports students who are blind or visually impaired in pursuing a post-secondary education. The maximum award in any academic year is $2500.

Applications are available at http://www.iowa-braille.k12.ia.us

Deadlines: April 1
Contact: Michael Hooley Iowa Braille School
1002 G. Avenue
Vinton, Iowa
Phone: 319-472-5221
Email: mcgregorscholar@iowa-braille.k12.ia.us

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Mensa Education and Research Foundation Scholarship
Eligibility:

  • The applicant must be a citizen or permanent resident of the United States who resides in a participating local group's area
  • The applicant must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited institution of higher learning during the academic year following the application date.
  • The applicant must submit an application and essay of not more than 550 words explaining their academic and/or vocational goals

The awards range from $300 to $1000.

Applications are available at www.mensafoundation.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Mensa Foundation SCholarship
PO Box 786
Ames, IA 50010-0789

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Microsoft Scholarship
Microsoft is excited to be offering more than a half-million dollars in scholarships for the 2006-2007 academic year. We want to encourage students from groups currently underrepresented in the field of computer science to pursue technical degrees. While all candidates whom meet the criteria for eligibility described below may apply, a large majority of our scholarships will be awarded to female students, underrepresented minority students, and students with disabilities. All scholarship recipients are required to complete a salaried summer internship of 12 weeks for the Microsoft Corporation. Students eligible:

  • must be enrolled full time in a bachelor's degree program at a college or university in the U.S., Canada, or Mexico.
  • must be majoring in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Math, or Physics.
  • must maintain a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 4.0/5.0.

To apply the student must submit a complete application including: resume, transcripts, answers to essay questions, and a letter of referral. There is no separate application for this scholarship. The essay (consisting of one page total) will answer the following questions:

  • Describe how you demonstrate your passion for technology outside the classroom?
  • Describe the toughest technical problem you've worked on, how you addresses the problem, your role in reaching the outcome if it was team based and the final outcome?
  • Describe a situation that demonstrates initiative and your willingness to go above and beyond?
  • Describe how you are currently funding your education?

The letter of referral can be from a professor, teaching assistant, or academic advisor. Send your application to the address listed below.

Application information can also be found at www.microsoft.com/college/ss_overview.mspx

Deadlines: January 15 (annually)
Contact: Microsoft Scholarship Program
Microsoft Corporation
One Microsoft Way
Redmond, WA 98052-8303
Email: scholars@microsoft.com

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Mohassan Grotto Masonic Medical Scholarship Program
Scholarship funds are available for sophomores or above preparing for careers in the medical field and whose legal home is within Eastern Iowa. For more information please use contact information below.

Deadlines: August 1
Contact: Roger Heesch
PO Box 363
LeClaire, Iowa 52753
Phone: 563-289-1405

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Monsanto Sponsorship
A maximum of $3,000 will be given to an eligible female or minority student majoring in Ag Business, Ag Econ, Ag Engineering, Agronomy, or Crop Science for the 2005 spring semester. The sponsorship is followed by an internship beginning in the summer of 2005. Those eligible are:

  • Carrying a GPA of at least 3.0 in major [official transcript required].
  • Able to interview on campus for internship positions and participate in the program, if selected.
  • Currently enrolled in college and a full-time student in good standing for the entire school year.
  • A United States Citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Click here to download an application.

Deadlines: See Application for Deadline
Contact: Monsanto
c/o Mark Willard
800 N. Lindbergh, C2SA
St. Louis, MO 63167

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National Academy For Nuclear Training Scholarship
New scholarships of $2,500 each will be awarded to eligible students majoring in nuclear engineering, power generation health physics, electrical or mechanical engineering, or chemical engineering with nuclear or power option. Additionally, scholarships will be renewed for current Academy scholars who maintain their eligibility.

Applications are available online at www.nei.org/nantscholarships

Deadlines: July 2 (annually)
Contact: National Academy for Nuclear Training SCholarship Program
301 ACT Drive
PO Box 4030
Iowa City, Iowa 52243-4030
Phone: 1-800-294-7492
E-mail: nant@act.org

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National Association for Surface Finishing
Applicant should be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student in one of the following: Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy or Metallurgical Engineering. Selection factors include achievement, scholarship potential, motivation and interest in the finishing technologies.

For more information and an application, visit www.aesf.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: AESF Scholarship Committee
American Electroplaters and Surface Finishers Society
155 Fifteenth Street
NW Suite 500
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (407) 281-6441
Fax: (407) 281-6446
Email: aesf@aesf.org

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National Association of Fleet Administrators, Inc.
This scholarship is available to any and all potential students that are enrolled or planning to enroll in a Community College, Accredited Trade School or University and pursuing a career in the Automotive Industry. Two $600 scholarships will be awarded.

Use the contact information below to obtain an application.

Deadlines: May 31 (annually)
Contact: Scholarship Committee
Mid-West NAFA Chapter
c/o Mr. Dennis L. Johnk
1400 M Street
Lincoln, NE 68508
Phone: (402) 471-0365
Fax: (402) 471-2999

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National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC)

National Scholarship
The applicant must be a full-time student in a construction-related program (i.e. engineering, drafting, architecture, etc) and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. The scholarship is available to both male and female students.

Applications are available online at www.nawic.org/

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: NAWIC Founders Scholarship Foundation
Awards Committee
327 South Adams
Fort Worth, TX 76104

Quad City Chapter Scholarship
The applicant must be a full-time student in a construction-industry related program (i.e. engineering, drafting, architecture, etc) and have a minimum 3.0 GPA. The applicant must also show a need for financial aid. The scholarship is available to both male and female students.

Use the contact information below to obtain an application.

Deadlines: May 31 (annually)
Contact: NAWIC Quad City Chapter #50/ILLowa Chapter #113 CSI
Pam Keefe, Scholarship Committee
c/o Millwright L.U. 2158
2707 62nd Street Court
Bettendorf, IA 52722
Phone: (563) 332-2158
Email: megans@missman.com

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National Federation of the Blind
Each year at its National Convention in July, the National Federation of the Blind gives 30 scholarships to recognize achievement by blind scholars. Scholarships ranging from $3,000 to $12,000 will be awarded to mostly full-time students and one part-time student employed full-time. A number of our scholarships are restricted in some way, such as by field of study or gender, but many are not. Applications are available at 0410 Beardshear or the website below.

For additional information, visit www.nfb.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Peggy Elliot
Chairman
National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Committee
805 Fifth Ave.
Grinnell, IA 50112
Phone: (641)236-3366

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National Garden Clubs, Inc
Applicant must be a junior, senior, or graduate student studying horticulture, floriculture, landscape design, botany, biology, forestry, agronomy, conservation, plant pathology, environmental concerns, city planning, or other allied subjects. Applicants must also have a "B" grade average and be a full-time student.

Use contact information below to obtain an application.

Deadlines: March 1 (annually)
Contact: Federated Garden Clubs of Iowa, Inc.
Pat Thiede
3407 Buchanan Ct.
Ames, IA 50010
Phone: 515-232-5810
Email: pthiede@alumni.iastate.edu

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National Institutes of Health Scholarship Program
Applicant must be US citizen, permanent resident, or US National enrolled as a full-time student pursuing a career in biomedical research. Applicant must also have a GPA of 3.5/4.0 or be in the top 5% of his or her class and be from a disadvantaged background.

For more information and an application visit http://ugsp.info.nih.gov

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: National Institutes of Health
Undergraduate Scholarship Program
2 Center Drive, Room 2E28 (MSC 0230)
Bethesda, MD 20892-0230
Phone: 1-800-528-7689
Email: ugsp@nih.gov

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National Italian American Foundation Scholarship
Applicant must either be (1) an Italian American student or (2) a student from any ethnic background who is majoring or minoring in Italian language, studies, or related field. Scholarship awards range from $2000 - $5000.

For more information and an application visit www.niaf.org/scholarships/index.asp

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: National Italian American Foundation
1860 19th Street NW
Washington, DC 20009
Phone: 202-387-0600
Fax: 202-387-0800
Email: scholarships@niaf.org

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National Poultry and Food Distributors Association
Every year, we award four $1,500.00 - $2,000.00 scholarships to students in the fields of poultry science, food science, agricultural economics/marketing, nutrition and all other areas of study related to the poultry industry. To qualify, each application must: 1) Be a college junior or senior the upcoming (award) year at a U.S. institution 2) Be enrolled as a full time student 3) Be pursuing a poultry or related agricultural degree (Food science, Dietetics, Poultry Science, Ag. Econ., etc) 4) Provide his or her current official transcipt 5) Provide a letter of recommendation from his or her Dean 6) Complete application 7) Provide a one-page letter describing his or her goals and aspirations.

For an application, please use the contact information below.

Deadlines: May 31st (annually)
Contact: NPFDA Scholarship Foundation, Inc.
958 McEver Rd. Ext., Unit B-8
Gainesville, GA 30504
Phone: 770-535-7385

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National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) Academic Scholarship
Applicant should be pursuing a certificate, associate degree, or bachelor degree in a foodservice-related program. The applicants must: have a cumulative GPA of 2.75/4.0; be currently enrolled and have completed at least one term of a restaurant/foodservice-related program; have a minimum of 750 hours of work experience in the restaurant and foodservice industry verified by pay stubs or letter(s) from employer(s); and submit a letter of recommendation on letterhead from a current or previous employer.

Scholarship is in the amount of $2,000. You must be a US citizen or permanent resident and attending school in the US or US territories to be eligible.

Applications are available online at www.nraef.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadlines
Contact: National Restaurant Association Education Foundation
250 South Wacher Drive, Suite 1400
Chicago, IL 60606-5834
Phone: 312-715-1010
Fax: 312-715-0807
Email: scholars@foodtrain.org

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National Scholars Honor Society Scholarships
The National Scholars Honor Society is an academic honors organization dedicated to actively encouraging, recognizing, and rewarding high academic achievement in all areas of study. Scholarship eligibility is determined for each new applicant at the time of acceptance, and is reviewed biannually. Scholarships are funded by private grants and membership fees. Scholarships are distributed directly to the recipient members in the form of stipend checks and may be subject to State and Federal taxation as reportable income. The scholarships and their amounts are as follows:

  • The Benjamin Franklin Scholarship, $5,000
  • The Alexander Bell Scholarship, $4,000
  • The Abraham Lincoln Scholarship, $5,000
  • The Thomas Jefferson Scholarship, $5,000

Apply Online at www.CollegeHonors.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: The National Scholars Honor Society
Office of Membership and Awards
956 South Bartlett Road
Bartlett, Illinois 60103-6552

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National Society of Accountants Scholarship Foundation
Applicant should be a full-time undergraduate student with a GPA of at least 3.0. Applicant should also be a US or Canadian citizen majoring in accounting.

For more information and an application, visit www.nsacct.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: NSA Scholarship Foundation
1010 North Fairfax Street
Alexandria, VA 22314-1574

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Nielsen, George A. Public Investor Scholarship
Applicant should be an undergraduate student in public administration, finance, business administration, or social science. Applicant should also be a citizen or permanent resident of the US or Canada. Candidates should have a superior record of academic achievement and/or job performance and show promise of completion of their undergraduate program at a high level of performance. Candidates should have plans to pursue a career in state or local government.

For more information and an applications visit www.gfoa.org/ and click the Scholarships link.

Deadlines: February 29 (annually)
Contact: Scholarship Committee
Government Finance Officers Association
203 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2700
Chicago, IL 60601-1210

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North Carolina Traffic League Scholarship
Citizens and permanent residents of North Carolina enrolled full-time as Juniors or Seniors, or part-time Graduate students in an accredited 4-year institution of higher learning in the United States with a declared major in Traffic, Transportation, Business Logistics, or Supply Chain Management. Applicants must carry a 3.0 or higher GPA.

Use contact information below. Applications are also available for download in Adobe PDF format.

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: North Carolina Traffic League
Re: Scholarship PO Box 241203
Charlotte, NC 28224-1203500

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Norton, Mary Scholarship for Women
Eligibility: Student must be registered full-time and must expect to be classified as a senior or first-year graduate student during the academic year.

Winner will be chosen based on her interest or potential interest in a career in Physical Metallurgy or Materials Science as evidence by her application statements and faculty recommendation.

The award is $500.

To obtain an application contact Margaret P. Willis.

Deadlines: November 1 (annually)
Contact: Margaret P. Willis
ALLVAC
PO Box 5030
Monroe, NC 28111
(704)289-4511 ext. 1225

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Noyes, LaVerne Scholarship
Awards are available to undergraduate students who are directly descended by blood from veterans of World War I. The scholarships are granted for one year at a time, although they may be renewed for a total of eight semesters, providing the student fulfills the scholarship requirements. There is often a one-year waiting period for eligible applicants.

Applications are available for download in Adobe PDF format or in 0410 Beardshear Hall.

Deadlines: See Application for Deadline
Submit FAFSA prior to March 1 (annually)

Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid
0210 Beardshear Hall
Iowa State University
Ames, Iowa 50011-2028

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NSCS Scholarships
The National Society of Collegiate Scholars recognizes and celebrates the academic achievements of its members by offering multiple scholarships to defray to cost of education.

Merit Award
Each year 50 Merit Awards in the amount of $1,000 are awarded to recipients based on how they exemplify the three pillars of the Society: Scholarship, Leadership, and Service. Applications are available to new members from February 15 to July 1.

Scholar Abroad
Two $5,000 and one $2,500 will be awarded per year (one each fall, spring, and summer) to assist students with their study-abroad experience. Applications for the scholarship should be made online and submitted to NSCS by the designated deadline date as listed online. Applications dates are:

Summer: September 1 - December 15
Fall: January 3 - March 31
Spring: March 31 - June 30

Scholar at Sea
NSCS is pleased to partner with the Semester at Sea program in offering two $7,000 Scholar at Sea scholarships each year. Award funding is provided for one fall voyage and one spring voyage. Application dates are:

Fall: January 5- March 31
Spring: March 31 - July 15

To apply, visit www.NSCS.org or contact Katie Riley.

Deadlines: as stated above
Contact: Katie Riley
Assistant Director of Scholar Relations
1900 K Street, N.W.
Suite 890
Washington, DC 20006
Email: riley@nscs.org

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Omaha-Council Bluffs Area ISU Alumni Association Club Scholarship
This award is open to students who have achieved at least Sophomore status at Iowa State University, who hold at least a 3.0 GPA, and who graduated from a High School in Douglas or Sarpy Counties in Nebraska or Pottawattamie or Mills Counties in Iowa.

The amount of the scholarship and number of awards are dependent on our annual fundraising efforts. At a minimum one award of $250.00 will be granted annually. If funds allow, more than one award may be granted and the award may be larger, but not to exceed $1,000 per award. Applicants must meet the qualifications listed above and demonstrate financial need. Applications will not be accecpted before January 15th annually.

Application

Deadlines: March 1, annually
Contact: ISU Alumni Association
Fisher-Nickell Hall
Ames, IA 50011
Phone: (877) ISU-ALUM or (515) 294-6525

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Pappajohn Entrepreneur Scholarship Program
The John and Marry Pappajohn Scholarship Fund has ten $1,000 scholarships to be awarded to ISU Junior, Senior, and Graduate students who demonstrate an interest in entrepreneurship.

For more information and an application visit: www.isupjcenter.ort/programs/PJscholarship

Deadlines: March 1st (annually)
Contact: Judi Eyles
Email: eyles@iastate.edu

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Pirnie, Malcolm, Inc. Scholars Program/Internship
The Malcolm Pirnie Scholars Program provides scholarships assistance and summer internships to students majoring in civil, chemical or environmental engineering or one of the environmental sciences. Students who are US Citizens or US Permanent Residents, attending any accredited HBCU or accredited majority 4-year college or university are to apply.

To view a list of Scholarships offered or to apply online, visit our website at www.uncf.org/scholarship

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Jeffrey Young
Program Coordinator
Corporate Scholars Program
Phone: (703 )205-3457
FAX: (703) 205-3574

E-mail: Jeff.Young@uncf.org

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Rankin, Jeanette Foundation

Requirement for applicants:

Must be a woman
A U.S. citizen
Age 35 or older as of April 1, prior to the award year
Low-income (Guidelines can be found on the website or application)
Enrolled in, or accepted to, an accredited school
Pursuing a technical/vocational degree, an associate degree, or a first bachelor degree
For more info and an application, visit the website at www.rankinfoundation.org

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Jeannette Rankin Foundation
P.O. Box 6653
Athens, GA 30604
Phone: 706-208-1211
E-Mail: info@rankinfoundation.org

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Reintegration Scholarship
The goal of the Moving Lives Forward Reintegration Scholarship, funded by the Eli Lilly and Company, is to help people with schizophrenia, related schizophrenia-spectrum disorders, or bipolar disorder acquire the educational and vocational skills necessary to reintegrate into society, secure jobs, and regain their lives. See website below for eligibility requirements.

For more information and an application see www.reintegration.com

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact:Eli Lilly and Company
PMB 327
310 Busse Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068-3251
Phone: (800)809-8202
Email: lillyscholarships@reintegration.com

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Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation's Wildlife Leadership Awards program was established to recognize, encourage and promote leadership among future wildlife management professionals. Each year, the Elk Foundation awards up to ten $2,000 scholarships to outstanding college juniors and seniors studying wildlife sciences.

For more information or to obtain an application please visit our website at www.elkfoundation.org

Deadlines: March 1 (annually)

Contact: Attn: Sara Dexter
Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation
5705 Grant Creek Rd.
Missoula, MT 59808
1-800-CALL-ELK, ext 548.

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Rohlf, Scott Presidential Leadership Initiative Award
This $1,000 scholarship is awarded to a student who has demonstrated leadership and involvement in promoting lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender student activities at Iowa State and in the promotion of a positive identity for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender students throughout the university community.

Applicant must be a junior or senior with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher. Must not be employed as a work-study student or intern with LGBTSS at time of application.

For more information and an application, visit www.dso.iastate.edu/lgbtss/opportunities/scholarships/

Deadline: See Website for Deadline
Contact: LGBT Student Services
1034 Student Services Bldg
Ames, IA 50011-2222
Phone: 515-292-4330
Email: lgbtss@iastate.edu

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Rosenthal Scholarship
The Rosenthal Scholarship was created to motivate and reward women striving to reach their dreams!

Requirements:

  • Female
  • Iowa Resident
  • Single Parent
  • Financial Need
  • Minimum GPA of 2.0
  • Full-time undergraduate student
  • Non-traditional student (23 years and older)

Applications can be found at http://www.dso.iastate.edu/

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Penny J. Rice, Director
Margaret Sloss Women's Center
203 Sloss House
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 50011-1220
Phone: 515-294-4154
Fax: 515-294-6104
Email: womenctr@iastate.edu

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Ross, Ron - Skiff Medical Center Scholarship

The Skiff Medical Center in Newton, Iowa is offering a $1,000 Scholarship for a student pursuing a degree in Health Care Administration. Application must be accompanied by most recent college transcript of grades as well as two letters of reference.

Selection of the scholarship will be based on financial need, past accomplishments (grade point average, work experience, ACT scores), goals and aspirations statement, activities and leadership, personal references, and unusual circumstances (if any).

Applications are available by using the contact information below.

Deadlines: April 1 (annually)
Contact: Skiff Medical Center/Ron Ross Scholarship
P.O. Box 1006
Newton, Iowa 50208
Questions:Stacey Amensen(Skiff Auxiliary Scholarship Chairperson)
Phone: 641-792-0280

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Royal Six Scholarship (Agriculture)
A collegiate leadership program sponsored by the American Royal Association.

Collegians interested in being a member of the Royal Six must:
Attend a four-year accredited university
Pursue a four-year degree in an agricultural-related field
Be an incoming sophomore or junior for the fall term of the award year

After their selection, the Royal Six will have the opportunity to travel to Kansas City in October to speak for the American Royal about their experiences in agriculture, to promote the agricultural industry and visit with corporate audiences. Each member of the Royal Six will receive a 3,500 scholarship and an opportunity to attend the Agriculture Future of America Leaders Conference in Kansas City.

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Request an information packet and application by contacting Nancy Perry or visiting www.americanroyal.com

Contact: Nancy Perry
816-221-9800 ext. 135
Email: nperry@birch.net

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Schwartz, Edward J. Perpetual Educational Trust Fund Scholarship
Applicant must be a resident of Wapello County enrolled in a full-time course of study.  Applications will be considered on the basis of scholastic performance, leadership and financial need.  Selection is made without regard to gender, race, national origin, creed, age, marital status or disability.  Scholarship awards will be limited to $1,500 or less per year.  Applicants may reapply annually for additional scholarships.

Applications are available by contacting the address below.

Deadlines: March 1 (annually)
Contact: South Ottumwa Savings Bank
Attn: Trust Department
320 Church Street
PO Box 516
Ottumwa, IA 52501-0516

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Scott County Republican Women Scholarship
Scholarship has been esstablished to provide financial assistance to a deserving Republican female college level junior, senior or graduate student from Scott County (Iowa) to further her education at a college or university in Iowa. Award is $500 annual to a woman from Scott County (Iowa). Qualifications:
1) Applicants must have a declared major of Plitical Science, Government, History, International Relations or Public Administration, and be enrolled for a minimum of 12 credit hours.
2) Student's primary residence must be located in Scott County (Iowa)
3) Applicant must be a United States citizen.
4) Non-traditional students are eligible.
5) Student must be a registered member of the Republican Party.
6) Student must be involved in extracurricular activities (please submit description).
7) Student must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or above on a 4.0 scale (must submit copy of transcript with application).
8) Student must submit a 750 word essay outlining their activities in the political process.
9) Student must submit one letter of recommendation from a professor who teaches in the student's declared major at the educational institution they are attending.
10) All applications must be complete for consideration.

Deadline: November 5th
Contact: Scott County Republican Women's Scholarship Committee
23 Estate Court
Bettendorf, IA 52722

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SHARE Scholarship (IT-related studies)
SHARE is offering two annual scholarships to students who are pursuing careers in the Information Technology industry, including but not limited to: Computer Science, Management Information Systems, and Computer or Electrical Engineering. Each scholarship includes: $2500 for educational expenses and paid attendance (including airfare and hotel expenses) to one SHARE conference during the year for which the scholarship is awarded.

For more information and an application, visit www.share.org

Deadline: See Website for Deadline
Contact: SHARE, Inc.
Attn: Brooke Kowalski
401 N. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 888-574-2735
Fax: 312-644-6363
Email: sharehq@share.org

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Smithfield-Luter Foundation Scholarship
 The Smithfield-Luter Foundation Scholarship is available to students at Iowa State University who are dependant children or grandchildren of full-time or retired employees of Smithfield Foods, Inc. family of companies. The recipient must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1 and demonstrate financial need. Priority will be given to students who show an interest in environmental preservation or animal husbandry.

Applications are available by clicking here or in 0410 Beardshear Hall.

Deadline: March 1st (annually)
Submit FAFSA prior to March 1 (annually)

Contact: Office of Student Financial Aid
0210 Beardshear Hall
Ames, IA 50010

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Soil and Water Conservation Society Chapter of Iowa Memorial Scholarship
These Memorial Scholarships provide financial aid to persons needing economic assistance and who are interested in furthering their education and careers in a soil conservation/natural resource related field through course work, special study or seminars.

Applicants must:

  • Be a resident of Iowa
  • Be a high school graduate or GED equivalent
  • Be employed in a natural resource related filed in Iowa for a minimum of one year, OR have completed a full year of post-high school course work in a natural resource related field
  • Have demonstrated integrity, ability and competence in their work
  • Possess skills gained through training or experience

Applications are available online at http://swcs.missouri.edu/scholarship.htm.

Deadlines: June 30th (annually)
Contact: Dennis Schrodt
709 Furnas Dr. STE 3
P.O. Box 425
Osceola, IA 50213

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Steele, Joseph L. and Vivian E. Scholarship Fund
To be eligible, students must be in the final three years of a five year program leading to a Bachelor of Architecture degree or be enrolled in a graduate program leading to a Master of Architecture degree. Applicants must maintain a permanent residents in one of the following counties of central Pennsylvania: Adams, Bedford, Blair, Centre, Clinton, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Fulton, Huntingdon, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Lycoming, Mifflin, Montour, Northumberland, Perry, Snyder, Tioga, Union or York.

Use the contact information below to obtain an application. Should you qualify, you will be sent materials necessary to submit a portfolio, letters of application and reference, and additional documentation in formal application for scholarship funds.

Deadlines: May 1 (annually)
Contact: The Joseph L. and Vivian E. Steele Fund
c/o The Greater Harrisburg Foundation
PO Box 678
Harrisburg, PA 17108-0678
Phone: 717-236-5040
Fax: 717-231-4463
Email:dawn@gfh.org

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Stucky, Ralph - Delta Upsilon Incoming Men's Scholarship

This scholarship is intended to help young men who will be attending Iowa State University for the 2007 - 2008 academic school year. We feel that due to the rising costs of education, organizations in our position have a responsibility to reach out and assist fellow students in meeting their education goals. One $500 scholarship will be given away. The recipient of this award will be chosen based on their personal and academic qualities, as they relate to the founding principles of Delta Upsilon. The recipient shall have a minimum H.S. or college GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale; a copy of your transcript will be required. Scholarship finalists will be contacted for an interview. You need not join Delta Upsilon Fraternity or any other Greek institution to be considered for the scholarship. Delta Upsilon seeks to improve our community through the promotion of scholarship and character development of future leaders.

Application is available here for download.

Deadline: Materials must be postmarked by May 1st.

Contact: Iowa State Chapter of Delta Upsilon
117 Ash Ave.
Ames, Iowa 50014

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Stuhr, David L. Memorial Scholarship

Awards are offered to full-time sophomore students majoring in agriculture, agriculture business, business, animal science, or pre-veterinary medicine. Students must maintain a 2.0 G.P.A. and first consideration will be given to students who are children of PVPL shareholders or staff members.

Applications are available here for download in Adobe PDF format or in 0410 Beardshear Hall.

Deadline: March 1 (annually)
Submit FAFSA prior to March 1 (annually)

Contact: Kimberly Hancock
Corporate Services Administrator
10077 S. 134th Street Omaha, NE 68138
E-mail: khancock@pvpl.com

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Talbots Women's Scholarship
Applicants to the Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund must be women currently residing in the U.S. who have earned a high school diploma or their GED at least 10 years ago (no later than September 1996). In addition, applicants must be seeking a degree from an accredited 2 or 4 year college or university, or vocational-technical school, and have at least two full-time semesters remaining to complete their undergraduate degree. Students who have previously obtained a bachelor's degree are not eligible to apply.

Talbots is accepting applications prior to January 3 (annually) or Until 1,000 applications have been received, whichever is earlier.

Additional information and applications may be obtained from the following website: www.talbots.com/about/scholar/scholar.asp

Deadline: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Talbots Women's Scholarship Fund
Scholarship Management Services
Scholarship America
One Scholarship Way, PO Box 297
Saint Peter MN 56082
Phone: (507) 931-1682

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Truckload Carriers Association Scholarship
Any college junior or senior in good standing, who is the child, grandchild, or spouse of an employee or an employee of a trucking company, or the child, grandchild or spouse of an independent contractor or an independent contractor affiliated with a trucking company and attending an accredited four-year college or university is eligible for a scholarship.

The recipient of the scholarship must show financial need, excellent scholastic achievement in the freshman and sophomore years (recommendation is at least a 3.3 GPA), maintain full-time student status and be an individual of high character and integrity. Those students pursuing transportation and business degrees will be given special consideration. The scholarship will be awarded without regard to sex, race, color, national origin or religion.

For more information and an application visit www.truckload.org/scholarships/

Deadline: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Truckload Carriers Association
ATTN: Scholarship Applications
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 838-1950 | Fax: (703) 836-6610
Email: tca@truckload.org

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UNCF/Sprint Scholars Program
Applicants must be pursuing a degree in business, business administration accounting, computer science, computer engineering, economics, electrical engineering, finance, information systems, management information systems, or other relevant technology or business. Applicants must be a junior with a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 Applicants must also demonstrate financial need.

For more information and an application, visit www.uncf.org

Deadline: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Annette Singletary
Phone: 703-205-3490
E-mail: Annette.Singletary@uncf.org

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Undergraduate Scholarship Program for Individuals from Disadvantaged Families
The National Institutes of Health Undergraduate Scholarships offers competitive scholarships to students from disadvantaged backgrounds who are committed to careers in biomedical, behavioral and social science health-related research. The program is designed to provide access to education leading to research careers for those who have had fewer opportunities than others.

For more information and an application, visit ugsp.info.nih.gov or use the contact information below.

Deadline: See Website for Deadline
Contact: National Institutes of Health
Undergraduate Scholarship Program
2 Center Drive MSC 0230
Bethesda, MD 20892-0230
Phone: 800-528-7689

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Underground Contractors Association
Provide financial support for UCA members, their employees, extended family members, and member sponsored candidates in pursuit of higher education and training related to the underground construction industry. Eligibility: Each Candidate must be: 1. A United States citizen 2. Anticipated enrollment or participating in an accredited trade school, college, or university. 3. In pursuit of higher education or training related to the underground construction industry. Applications and more information may be found at www.uca.org

Deadlines: February 15th
Contact: UCA Scholarship Committee
500 Park Blvd, Suite 154C
Itasca, IL 60143

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Ursano, James Major General, Scholarship Fund
Army Emergency Relief offers financial assistance for undergraduate study of dependent children of Army Soldiers (active, retired, or deceased). Scholarships are awarded primarily on financial need, secondarily on academic achievements and individual accomplishments. Applications can be downloaded at www.aerhq.org.

Deadlines: See Website for Deadline
Contact: Army Emergency Relief
200 Stovall Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22332-0600

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Veterans' Education Fund
Provide up to $1,000,000 in the 2008 and 2009 academic years to help meet the financial need of veterans from all branches of the United States Armed Forces who served in Afghanistan or Iraq since September 11, 2007and who are now enrolled in college or vocational-technical school. To be eligible, applicants must:

be veterans of any branch of the Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines), Coast guard, National Guard and Armed Forces Reserves. Have served and been deployed for at least 60 days in Afghanistan or Iraq after September 11, 2001, or be veterans who were deployed to Afghanistan or Iraq after September 11, 2001, but did not meet the 60-day active service period as a result of a service-related injury or condition incurred while serving in Afghanistan or Iraq.

be enrolled on a full-time or part-time basis in an undergraduate program of study at any accredited two-year or fuour-year institution, public or private, including technical schools for the Spring 2008 term. Have applied for and accepted all federal, state and institutional need-based grants and all available military educational benefits.

Additional information and applications can be obtained online at www.VeteransEducationFund.org or in 0210 Beardshear Hall.

Deadline: October 15th
Contact: Scholarship America - Julie Wilkins
One Scholarship Way, P.O. Box 297
Saint Peter, MN 56082 U.S.A.
Phone: 507-931-0433

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Warnock, Florence Scholarship
A $1,500 scholarship, renewable for up to 4 years.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Graduated from a Black Hawk County high school with a firm intent to pursue a four-year baccalaureate degree
  • High School GPA of 3.0 or better
  • Demonstrate financial need based on the FAFSA
  • Demonstration of active membership in a church, synagogue, or mosque
  • Demonstration of character, citizenship, and leadership qualities

For application information, visit www.1stpresby.org

Deadline: March 3
Contact: The Florence Warnock Scholarship Committee
First Presbyterian Church
505 Franklin Street
Waterloo, IA 50703

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